Welcome to “La Garde du Roi” Chess Club & School !
We are a non-profit association whose purpose is the practice, study, teaching and promotion of chess for children and adults.
The “Garde du Roi” Chess Club, through the partnership with Prunescu Chess School, runs chess courses for adults and children of all ages, from novice to expert level.
Locations
Geneva – Coppet – Nyon – Prangins – Lausanne
In partnership with Chess School Prunescu, La Garde du Roi Chess Club & School proudly operates five centers throughout the Romandie area. These centers are strategically placed to make our high-quality chess education accessible to a wider community. For more details on each center and to find the nearest location, click HERE.
Programs
At La Garde du Roi Chess Club & School, we are dedicated to nurturing strategic thinkers and chess enthusiasts of all ages. Here’s why we developed and designed four distinct programs—Mini-Echecs, Junior, Performance, and Leaders—each carefully structured across multiple levels to address a range of skill sets and learning needs.
Every program features level-specific, tailored paper-based resources. These materials are utilized for classroom activities, with an additional workbook recommended for homework to reinforce learning.
We organise also online chess classes, available both privately and in small groups, each week. To schedule your session or learn more, please contact us by e-mail office@lagardeduroi.ch.
Camps & Performance Mini-camps
During the holidays, La Garde du Roi Chess Club & School offers exciting chess camps simultaneously across several locations, including Geneva, Nyon, and Lausanne.
Once a month on Sundays, a Performance Mini-Camp is organized for three different levels. These journeys are dedicated to preparing our juniors for high-level competitions.
The dates and the schedule for upcoming camps can be viewed HERE.
For personalized chess instruction, private classes are available. To schedule a session, please contact Chess School Prunescu at chess.prunescu@outlook.com.
Our Coaches
Our team consists of highly qualified chess masters, including Master FIDE, International Masters and Grandmasters, with extensive teaching experience. They employ interactive and student-centered methods to make learning engaging and effective.
Our Resources
At La Garde du Roi Chess Club & School, we prioritize creating a welcoming and conducive learning environment. Our classrooms are designed to be filled with natural light, fostering a pleasant and health atmosphere for our students and members. Some of our centers are equipped with digital monitors and internet-connected screens, enhancing in-class lessons by providing a modern and interactive learning experience.
We are equipped with state-of-the-art DGT chess boards, pieces, and clocks to enhance your learning experience. Our facility also boasts an extensive collection of electronic and digital chess boards, alongside a rich library featuring over 500 chess books.
Additionally, we offer an online platform for remote learning, ensuring a flexible and accessible classes for all students.
Our students receive comprehensive paper-based materials during classes to aid their learning. For individual study at home, they can have a homework support, ensuring they have the resources needed to reinforce their skills independently.
Achievements
Our students have excelled in various local and national tournaments, securing numerous victories and prestigious titles. For an overview of our top results, please click HERE.
Enrollment Information
To join La Garde du Roi Chess Club & School, please contact us directly for details on enrollment procedures and fees. We welcome players of all skill levels and are dedicated to helping you achieve your chess goals.
We offer competitive fees for our programs and provide discounts for individuals with limited financial resources.
We are also active on the social media platforms as – Facebook, Instagram , LinkedIN – where you can find a detailed overview of our activities and events.
🏰 We look forward to welcoming you to our chess community! ✨
For more information, please write us at office@lagardeduroi.ch or call us at +41 76 742 28 18.
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MINI- CHESS
Every week the club organizes activities with the chess theme for kids using fun and creative methods such as:
- labyrinths and puzzles
- video and animated screenings about chess
- demonstrations of short games – to learn about pieces and how to move each piece
- mini-chess exercices book
- chess tournaments adapted to their age
PERFORMANCE
To achieve this goal, the “Garde du Roi” Club, through the Prunescu Chess School, organizes specific courses for junior aged between 5 to 14 years old. The chess classes are given by professional and qualified coaches.
The juniors are regularly accompanied at national and international tournaments and championships, benefiting from: preparation and analyses of games, moral support from their coachs, monitoring and logistical support.
The Performance Program includes several activities with the aim to bring a faster progress for our juniors rating and to prepare them for the high-level competitions.
JUNIOR
Chess develops mental skills of children which are helpful throughout life: concentration, memory, critical thinking, abstract rationing, problem solving, strategic planning, creativity, analysis, synthesis, and evaluation are just a few examples.
During chess games, children learn to develop creative solutions and how to implement a plan of action, because each move requires analyzing and evaluating your position and your opponent’s position in order to devise a winning strategy.
We use different methods during the classes and we deliver our own program named Junior.
LEADERS
As an extension of the Performance Program, we have tailored a specialized initiative for young players aged 14 and above. The primary objective of this program is to sustain motivation in chess among teenagers and assist them in overcoming the challenges associated with this critical age.
Recognizing that progress can be somewhat slower and more challenging during this phase, our Leaders Program introduces several options. This empowers participants to choose a training profile that aligns with their own preferences and goals.
